Millions of Brits Could Be Missing Out on Benefits

Brits might not get some benefits.

Brits should check if they can get more money from the government. They might be able to get extra financial help.

Over seven million households are not getting £24 billion in benefits like Universal Credit and Pension Credit. But more people are now getting the help they need.

This year, more people are getting Pension Credit. Official numbers show that 65% of people are now getting it, up from 63%.

It's a good time to check if you or someone you know is missing out on vital financial support that could help with monthly income.

Over 7 million households are missing out on £24 billion in unclaimed benefits.

The system is still hard for people to use, and many can't get the help they need. Over £24 billion is still not being claimed each year.

The report found:

A director at Turn2us said many people feel like they can't get the help they need from the system.

The system is too complex and makes people feel bad when they try to get help.

The government needs to make changes to rebuild trust in the system. They have made some positive moves, but need to do more.

The government should treat people with respect, not suspicion and control.

742,000 families are missing out on Child Benefit.

Households could get an income boost from unclaimed benefits or discounts on Council Tax by using a free benefits calculator.

People on a low income could save up to £900 a year with the Council Tax Reduction scheme. Nearly half a million households are eligible.

Older people on a low income might be able to get an income boost of £4,300 through Pension Credit. 760,000 people are eligible but not claiming it.

Some pensioners think they can't get Pension Credit because they have savings, but they might still be eligible.

Older people can check their eligibility and get an estimate of what they may receive using the online Pension Credit calculator.

Pensioners can also contact the Pension Credit helpline to make a claim.

Expert help is available from:

More details about claiming Pension Credit can be found online.

People under State Pension age with health conditions might be eligible for Adult Disability Payment or Personal Independence Payment.

People over State Pension age with health conditions might be eligible for Pension Age Disability Payment or Attendance Allowance.

An online benefits calculator can give you an idea of how much you could claim, but you need to apply.

There are many benefits and payments available to check for.

You should check if you are eligible for benefits.

Online benefit calculators are free, independent, and confidential.

In a few minutes, you can find out how much extra support you might be able to claim.

You can use an independent benefits calculator to find out about income-related benefits and more.

The benefits calculators provide information on how your benefits will be affected if you start work or change your hours.

Gather some information and the process should only take about 10 minutes.

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